Kenneth “Bear” Merrill

Kenneth “Bear” Merrill, 65 of Morganton, NC passed away, Friday, December 17, 2021. Born on July 22, 1956, he was the son of the late Warren and Jean Merrill. Bear was a member of Praise Assembly of God. He drove a truck for Boyles Furniture. Bear ran the sound for Saint Luke’s UMC. He was a good father and husband, very quiet person. He loved his dog, Cocoa.

Bear is survived by his wife, Kathy Merrill; daughter, Megan Lawlor (Allen); sister, Susan Abernathy (Tim); niece, Rebecca Abernathy Wykle (Chad); nephews, Pat Abernathy, Jay Merrill (Kelly)

In addition to his parents, Bear is preceded in death by his brother, Ray Merrill; sister, Patsy Merrill.

The family will receive friends from 3pm until 4pm, Thursday, December 23, 2021 at Praise Assembly of God. A memorial service will follow at 4pm in the church with the Rev. Kevin Crawford officiating. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the family asks that everyone in attendance wear a mask.

Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.